Pica to Kens Converter

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Follow these steps to convert given length from the units of Pica to the units of Kens.

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  1. Enter the input Pica value in the text field.
  2. The calculator converts the given Pica into Kens in realtime ⌚ using the conversion formula, and displays under the Kens label. You do not need to click any button. If the input changes, Kens value is re-calculated, just like that.
  3. You may copy the resulting Kens value using the Copy button.
  4. To view a detailed step by step calculation of the conversion, click on the View Calculation button.
  5. You can also reset the input by clicking on Reset button present below the input field.

What is the Formula to convert Pica to Kens?

The formula to convert given length from Pica to Kens is:

Length(Kens) = Length(Pica) / 500.4000000472818

Substitute the given value of length in pica, i.e., Length(Pica) in the above formula and simplify the right-hand side value. The resulting value is the length in kens, i.e., Length(Kens).

Calculation

Calculation will be done after you enter a valid input.

Examples

1

Consider that a print layout uses 12 picas for the width of a column.
Convert this width from picas to Kens.

Answer:

Given:

The length in pica is:

Length(Pica) = 12

Formula:

The formula to convert length from pica to kens is:

Length(Kens) = Length(Pica) / 500.4000000472818

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Length(Pica) = 12 in the above formula.

Length(Kens) = 12 / 500.4000000472818

Length(Kens) = 0.0239808153454559

Final Answer:

Therefore, 12 pica is equal to 0.0239808153454559 ken.

The length is 0.0239808153454559 ken, in kens.

2

Consider that a typesetter measures a line of text to be 6 picas long.
Convert this length from picas to Kens.

Answer:

Given:

The length in pica is:

Length(Pica) = 6

Formula:

The formula to convert length from pica to kens is:

Length(Kens) = Length(Pica) / 500.4000000472818

Substitution:

Substitute given weight Length(Pica) = 6 in the above formula.

Length(Kens) = 6 / 500.4000000472818

Length(Kens) = 0.011990407672728

Final Answer:

Therefore, 6 pica is equal to 0.011990407672728 ken.

The length is 0.011990407672728 ken, in kens.

Pica to Kens Conversion Table

The following table gives some of the most used conversions from Pica to Kens.

Pica (pica)Kens (ken)
0 pica0 ken
1 pica0.00199840128 ken
2 pica0.00399680256 ken
3 pica0.00599520384 ken
4 pica0.00799360512 ken
5 pica0.00999200639 ken
6 pica0.01199040767 ken
7 pica0.01398880895 ken
8 pica0.01598721023 ken
9 pica0.01798561151 ken
10 pica0.01998401279 ken
20 pica0.03996802558 ken
50 pica0.09992006394 ken
100 pica0.1998 ken
1000 pica1.9984 ken
10000 pica19.984 ken
100000 pica199.8401 ken

Pica

A pica is a unit of length used primarily in typography and printing. One pica is equivalent to 1/6 of an inch or approximately 4.233 millimeters.

The pica is defined as 12 points, with one point being 1/72 of an inch. It is used to measure the size of type, line length, and spacing in printed materials.

Picas are commonly used in the printing and graphic design industries to ensure consistency in text layout and design. The unit provides a standard measurement for various typographic and layout tasks.

Kens

A ken is a historical unit of length used in various cultures, particularly in Asia. The length of a ken can vary depending on the region and context. In Japan, one ken is approximately equivalent to 6 feet or about 1.8288 meters.

The ken was traditionally used in architectural and construction measurements, particularly in the design of buildings and layout of spaces.

Ken measurements were utilized in historical architecture and construction practices in Asian cultures. Although not commonly used today, the unit provides historical context for traditional measurement standards and practices in building and design.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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